Author name: mindyannbrown

Hi! I’m Mindy, known as The Off Grid Barefoot Girl. I’m passionate about living simply, sustainably, and self-sufficiently — one barefoot step at a time! After years of embracing an off-grid lifestyle, I love sharing practical tips, heartfelt stories, and easy-to-follow guides to help you thrive whether you’re dreaming of homesteading, prepping, or just a more independent way of living. Join me as I explore everything from gardening and food preservation to solar power and natural living. Here’s to freedom, resilience, and cozy barefoot days!

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Vegetable Garden Projects

Square Foot Garden: The Easy Way To Plan Yours

Learn how to plan and grow a square foot garden the easy way with tips and a free square foot garden printable planner!

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Self-Sufficiency

Wood Burning Stoves for Off Grid Survival: My Top 5: This Is What Preppers Do

Be prepared for winter power outages by investing in a great wood-burning stove with multiple functions for heating and cooking.

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Farmacy

16 Best Medicinal Herbs to Grow in Your Garden Now

Learn about the 16 best medicinal herbs to grow in your garden and what benefits they have for your health.

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Self-Sufficiency

How to Build an Off Grid Rocket Stove for Survival

Learn how to build an easy off grid rocket stove for survival and outdoor cooking for your backyard patio.

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Vegetable Garden Projects

Why I Built A Survival Garden in My Backyard

Discover why I built a survival garden in my backyard during these trying times and why you should build one too.

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Self-Sufficiency

How to Open a Can of Food With Your Bare Hands with These 3 Easy Techniques!

Learn how to open a can of food with your bare hands should you find yourself without a can opener in an emergency situation.

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Vegetable Garden Projects

How to Create a Stunning Foodscaping Design!

Grow a foodscaping garden in your front and backyard and learn to bypass the HOA lawn regulations and grow your own food!

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